Doha, June 15 (QNA) - Qatar Tourism's Service Excellence Academy, in collaboration with Qatar Youth Hostels, invited community members and tourism enthusiasts to register for the Tour Guide Training Programme Series.

The initiative aims to attract local talent with a passion for tourism and equip them with the skills and knowledge to become ambassadors who share Qatar's unique story and culture with visitors from around the world, Qatar Tourism's press release said on Monday.

Designed as a continuous development pathway, the programme caters to multiple age groups and experience levels, ranging from introducing children to tourism concepts and nurturing young talent, to licensing professional tour guides and empowering experienced practitioners to mentor future generations.

This initiative aligns with the Human Development pillar of Qatar National Vision 2030 and builds on the programme's ongoing success. It marks the fourth consecutive collaboration between the two entities and includes workshops, practical training courses, and field visits delivered in partnership with Qatar Museums.

The Tour Guide Training Programme – General Licensing Module will take place from July 5 to August 2, 2026, targeting 15 to 25 citizens and residents aged 18 and above.

This edition also encourages the participation of retirees and senior community members, providing an opportunity to share their deep knowledge of Qatar's culture and tourism sector with trainees and support the development of future tour guides.

Participants who successfully complete the programme will receive official tour guide licences issued by Qatar Tourism's Licensing Department.

For younger participants, the Youth Tour Guide Training Programme will launch on July 18, 2026, targeting 15 to 25 participants aged 13–17.

Participants will be recruited in collaboration with the Teen Centre at Qatar Museums, and the programme will be delivered by graduates of the Train the Trainer initiative.

Running concurrently, the second edition of the Young Tour Guide Summer Camp 2026 will take place at KidzMondo from July 19 to August 27, 2026.

The camp will host six groups of 25 children aged 8–12, featuring licensed tour guides who will share their experiences through interactive activities designed to enhance early awareness of Qatar's tourism attractions and experiences.

These programmes are supported by the Train the Trainer – Guiding the Next Generation programme, which commenced on June 14 and will run until July 1, 2026.

This programme equips a select group of trainers with the skills required to train and mentor participants in the youth initiatives, ensuring a structured and sustainable transfer of knowledge.

Through this collaborative initiative, Qatar Tourism and Qatar Youth Hostels continue to strengthen the tourism talent pipeline, supporting the sector's long-term growth while inspiring future generations to contribute to Qatar's tourism success. (QNA)